Grand Hotel Timeo, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina
Hotel · Taormina ·
Michelin-starred dining, spa, opulent rooms, and stunning views
Michelin-starred dining, spa, opulent rooms, and stunning views
"On the bougainvillea-smothered terrace of the Belmond Grand Hotel Timeo in Taormina, this restaurant channels the spirit of the Grand Tour era, when linen-clad aristocrats smoked cigars while watching Etna’s smoke rise over the bay. Patterned lace tablecloths glow in the dim amber light of oil lamps as attentive waiters recount the provenance of each ingredient with the ease of someone who might have grown it themselves. Diners choose between fish, meat, or vegetarian tasting menus, each showcasing some of Sicily’s finest and most famous produce, from beef carpaccio with capers and Sicilian black truffle to cuttlefish to a vivid saffron and dandelion risotto. With more than 400 wines on offer and Negronis mixed with style at the bar, evenings tend to linger here while a pianist gradually shifts into livelier tunes." - Rosalyn Wikeley
"Layered just below Taormina’s Greek amphitheater in pretty terraces and manicured gardens, this storied hotel glows at night with lanterns, smooth balustrade terraces, and a strong sense of Grand Tour lore, its cliffside position delivering heart-thumping views over the eastern coastline from almost every angle." - Rosalyn Wikeley
"Perched in Taormina with Mount Etna as a dramatic backdrop, this Sicilian grande dame feels like a Slim Aarons reverie: pool views that flatter from every angle, a pianist and negronis coaxing couples to dance on the balcony, and opulent marble bathrooms and silky, wallpapered rooms that spill onto sun-drenched terraces. Elaborate breakfasts—granita brioche, tea regalia, sugar-dusted pastries—sweeten the morning, while evenings at Otto Geleng’s restaurant play out like foodie theatre, flickering oil lamps animating plates of seafood worthy of a painter’s eye. The hotel’s preened, tiered gardens and elegant poolside scene provide a restful counterpoint to Taormina’s Amalfi-style bustle just beyond its doorstep." - Rosalyn Wikeley
"A Two Key hotel in Taormina with a Michelin Star restaurant named Otto Geleng." - The MICHELIN Guide
"Grand Hotel Timeo offers panoramic views of Mount Etna and the Mediterranean Sea. The property features a spa with organic products, a 16-seat restaurant, and bespoke experiences planned by the top-notch staff." - Travel + Leisure Editors